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Heavy Equipment Operator

  2026-02-05     Waste Connections     Vancouver,WA  
Description:

Central Transfer & Recycle Center (CRC) , a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a highly motivated & safety driven, Heavy Equipment Operator, to work at our Transfer Station in Vancouver, WA.

Pay range is $28-$29/HR DOE

Schedule is Wednesday-Sunday

Shift is 10:00 AM to Close (6:30 PM or 7:30 PM) with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Qualified candidates must have 938 CAT Loader, 308 CAT Excavator, Forklift, Backhoe, Yard Truck and 53ft chassis/ Trailer experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • REQUIRES ability to efficiently & safely operate 938 CAT Loader, 308 CAT Excavator, Forklift, Backhoe, Yard Truck and 53ft chassis/ Trailer experience.

  • Performs routine inspection and maintenance on vehicles such as checking oil, water, and tires.

  • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

  • Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

  • Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

  • Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

  • Ability to operate heavy equipment is required.

  • Knowledge of basic computer skills.

  • Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.

  • Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance including tire pressure, checking oil and water levels.

  • Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Minimum 500-hours of Heavy Equipment Operating experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

  • Heavy Equipment Operating certification from an accredited trade school preferred .

  • Basic knowledge of computer skills.

  • Pre-employment requirements for this safety sensitive position include drug panel screening, motor vehicle report, & criminal background check.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.wasteconnections.com .

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: .

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

Washington Wage Range for this position is $28/HR - $29/HR


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